Advisor International Business

2 months ago

Wellington City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Mō te tūnga | About the role**

The Strategic Commitments and Engagement Branch is responsible for the strategic development, planning, and oversight of the NZDF's international engagement profile in support of New Zealand's defence and security objectives and broader international interests.

As the Advisor International Business you will maintain the day to day financial, logistics and administration support for assigned NZDF non-operationally deployed personnel and NZDF overseas Posts. At the strategic level this means ensuring the wider NZDF Global Defence Network operates effectively and in accordance with HQ NZDF policy guidelines.

You will be responsible for supporting assigned, non-operationally deployed personnel and New Zealand Defence Attaché Posts located in North-East Asia, the Middle East, Europe and North America.

You will ensure that NZDF personnel based overseas are fully supported and have an open conduit back to New Zealand. Additionally, the position works with the Director Defence Attachés to provide expert advice and support to foreign Defence Attaché's accredited to New Zealand.

This role is based in Wellington CBD. Once you have undergone training and are up to speed, there is the option of working from home up to two days a week.

**Please note**:As this role requires a high level of security clearance, you will need to be / have been a NZ, UK, Australian, Canadian or USA citizen for a minimum of 10 years to be eligible for this role.

**Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience**

You will have excellent engagement, relationship management and communication skills along with a passion for organisation and an eye for detail. You will have experience with financial management and providing administration support. You will be organised, motivated and willing to learn.

You will also have:

- The ability to liaise with and relate confidently and professionally to a wide range of people.
- The ability to pick up acronyms, terminology, and processes relatively quickly.
- The ability to work within a collaborative small team environment with competing demands and deadlines.
- A good understanding of finance, accounting practices and budget management.
- Experience providing business travel administration.
- A financial/administration qualification or equivalent work experience.

Experience in international business and/or foreign affairs is advantageous but not essential.

This role requires occasional domestic and international travel. A Class 1 Full Driver's Licence is useful but not essential.

**Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you**

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

**Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply**

Applications close on **Monday 2 December 2024**.

Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

**Please Note**:

- Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
- Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

**Please Note**:
To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Higher Level Security Clearance
- You **must** be a New Zealand citizen **or** you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
- At minimum, you **must** hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, **and** you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last ten (10) years.
- You **must** have a ten (10) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.

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